5. Fitting benches.
You dont need benches.
But it's a very practical addition don't you think? You could even use a swing if you wanted to.

6. Cutting the pergola rafter tails
using a construction method by hand or
using Microsoft word. The classical design has been used for many centuries. It is a beautiful and romantic shape and you can learn how to do one yourself in just a few minutes.

If you are in a hurry you can order your free pergola rafter tails template customized to fit your rafter size.